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Nick Rizzo

As a sports enthusiast, I've been a loyal season ticket holder for the New York Islanders for over 25 years. My devotion to Isles hockey and the NHL is unwavering, reflected in my work as a regular contributor to the hockey writers. I currently work as a service manager for a Plumbing, Heating, & A/C company in Staten Island, NY, and my wife and I reside in Matawan NJ. As a big fan of both the Minnesota Vikings and USC Trojans football, I bring a breadth of knowledge and excitement to my writing. I am excited to continue bringing fresh insights and expert analysis to all hockey fans, especially Islanders fans.

Islanders Sorokin Having Vezina Caliber Season

Nick Rizzo | April 10, 2023

The New York Islanders waited a long time to find a franchise goalie. In 2014, they drafted Russian goaltender Ilya Sorokin in the third round, but it took a long…

Categories New York Islanders

Islanders Parise Still Contributing Despite Age

Nick Rizzo | April 4, 2023

When the 38-year-old forward Zach Parise signed with the New York Islanders, he was expected to be a complementary bottom-six winger who can provide some offense and a veteran presence.…

Categories Editor's Choice, New York Islanders

Islanders’ Kyle Palmieri Proving His Worth

Nick Rizzo | March 30, 2023

The New York Islanders acquired Kyle Palmieri from the New Jersey Devils along with Travis Zajac on April 8, 2021, and signed him to a four-year extension worth $20 million.…

Categories New York Islanders

Pierre Engvall Fitting in Nicely with Islanders

Nick Rizzo | March 23, 2023

New York Islanders general manager (GM) Lou Lamoriello acquired some depth at the trade deadline, adding forward Pierre Engvall from the Toronto Maple Leafs for a 2024 third-round pick. Engvall…

Categories New York Islanders

Islanders Need a Win vs. Maple Leafs to Prove They’re Contenders

Nick Rizzo | March 21, 2023

With just 11 games left in the regular season, the New York Islanders are in the first wild-card spot with 80 points. They are just one point ahead of the…

Categories New York Islanders

Islanders Need to Move On From Josh Bailey

Nick Rizzo | March 19, 2023

The longest-tenured New York Islander Josh Bailey has been a mainstay on Long Island for the past 15 seasons. He has often been a topic of fans’ frustration because of…

Categories Editor's Choice, New York Islanders

Islanders Must Prove They Are Playoff Worthy on West Coast Trip

Nick Rizzo | March 14, 2023

With just 14 games in the regular season, the New York Islanders find themselves sitting in the last wild-card spot. They are currently just three points ahead of the Florida…

Categories Editor's Choice, New York Islanders

Horvat Has Made Immediate Impact for Islanders

Nick Rizzo | March 9, 2023

The New York Islanders got the trade frenzy started on Jan. 30th when general manager (GM) Lou Lamoriello made the blockbuster deal to land the 27-year-old Bo Horvat from the…

Categories New York Islanders

Islanders’ Depth Issues Coming to Surface Due to Injuries

Nick Rizzo | February 28, 2023

Injuries are starting to pile up for the New York Islanders, and their lack of depth is becoming a major issue. Mathew Barzal was injured last week in a blowout…

Categories New York Islanders

Islanders Face Tough Decision With Scott Mayfield

Nick Rizzo | February 22, 2023

As the 2023 NHL Trade Deadline gets closer, the New York Islanders are sitting in the top wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference with 22 games to go in the…

Categories New York Islanders

Islanders Need to Acquire a Blueliner to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Nick Rizzo | February 10, 2023

One of the strengths of this New York Islanders team over the past four seasons has been their strong goaltending and steady defensive play. Since the firing of former head…

Categories New York Islanders, Trade Deadline

Islanders Long-Term Plans Most Likely Include Bo Horvat

Nick Rizzo | February 4, 2023

The New York Islanders shocked the hockey world Monday evening with a blockbuster deal. The team announced that they have acquired pending unrestricted free agent (UFA) Bo Horvat from the…

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